Absolutely love the mixed ceviche!! The lomo montado fido was fantastic, the chaufa de pollo was…read moregood but a bit dry. Definitely ask for extra salsa verde on the side! The portions are very generous. We got pickup so cannot comment on the space or service, but our order was prepared quickly, was well packaged, and the pickup was smooth. Definitely worth checking out!

I arrived with modest expectations and left with a mixed, though ultimately decent, impression--one…read moreshaped as much by service lapses as by flashes of culinary competence. Ordering takeout should be a seamless transaction, yet the front-of-house execution faltered. Despite no visible queue, staff attention drifted more toward the television than the customers entering the establishment. That distraction proved consequential: a canned Coke included with my order was omitted, requiring an unnecessary return to the counter to retrieve it. It's a small detail, but in hospitality, small details are the entire game. The meal itself began on a stronger note. The octopus side dish delivered a pleasing depth of flavor--well-seasoned and enjoyable. However, its presentation undercut the experience. The octopus was sliced so thinly that its identity became almost abstract; one had to search for it rather than appreciate it. A dish like this should celebrate its main ingredient, not obscure it. Still, on taste alone, it earns a respectable 4 out of 5. The rotisserie chicken with fried rice and sweet plantains told a more uneven story. The chicken was competently cooked--juicy enough, structurally sound--but conspicuously lacking in seasoning. It felt like a missed opportunity, a canvas left largely blank. The fried rice, on the other hand, was executed with precision, each grain distinct and properly cooked. The plantains were serviceable, though unremarkable. This plate settles at a 3.5 out of 5. A notable disappointment was the restaurant's much-touted green sauce. Instead of enhancing the dish, it diluted it--both literally and figuratively. Its watery consistency stripped it of impact, and while it carried heat, it lacked balance and depth, leaving behind more sharpness than flavor. In sum, this is a restaurant with potential but inconsistent delivery. It's worth a visit if you find yourself nearby, but not a destination worth going out of your way for. With more attentive service and a stronger hand in seasoning--particularly on the chicken--the kitchen could easily elevate its offerings into something memorable. Overall experience: 4 out of 5.

@catharsisrestaurant is officially our new favorite spot. Between the food and our sweet server…read morePablo, we can't get enough We literally go back every other week... it was our little hidden gem but we're finally sharing it with you guys. Here's what we got on our last visit Meat w/ Tostones Fried green plantains topped with skirt steak, chimichurri & pico de gallo Empanadas The beef, chicken and cheese Lomo Saltado Beef slices stir fried with onions, tomato, fries & rice with a fried egg on top Lamb Chops with fries & side salad Cuban Sandwich Pickles, ham, Swiss cheese, roast pork & mustard BBQ Bacon Burger Angus beef, bacon, American cheese, onion & lettuce Steak Tacos Plain for little tubby Mango Habanero Wings Only thing I'd ask next time is extra crispy -- but the flavor on these was SO good Drinks Frozen Mojito Tamarind Tango Okay now tell us... what should we order next time?!

Amazing amazing amazing! Louis is a great waiter!…read more Good to get: Chaufa and half roasted chicken

Cute little Peruvian restaurant on Beekman in Sleepy Hollow is a perfect example of little out of…read morethe way places having really good food! I love Peruvian cuisine and finally checked this place out on Sunday. There was one server on duty, I believe her name was Laura, but she was attentive and kept an eye on all the tables with guests, while clearing away the empty tables and making them ready for the next customers. She also handled the take-out orders, Hardworking girl! I ordered the Chufa Mixto which is Peruvian fried rice with beef, chicken and shrimp. It was absolutely delicious and the portion was so generous, I got dinner out of it too. The atmosphere was cozy and had a wonderful Peruvian flavor. I can't wait to go back and try something else. A cozy, friendly and very affordable little restaurant with really good food and generous portions.

Popped in here for a lunch order, got the Peruvian fried rice and their take on chicken noodle…read moresoup. The rice was delicious with a generous portion of meat accompanying the well flavoured rice dish. The soup however was very poor, it basically tasted like garlic water with overcooked egg and dry chicken, quite a feat considering it was encapsulated by liquid. There was zero depth of flavour, the noodles and what I assume was yucca pieces in there were both mushy and lacked any bite or texture. A real 1/10 of dish that went largely uneaten. Especially egregious was the fact that this soup, whilst a generous portion, had very little meat in it and was $16! The people were very nice and pleasant and maybe I just ordered the wrong thing because the fried rice dish was excellent.

Started with the anticucho (beef hearts) as recommended by Jake and perfectly paired with the cause…read morerellena (basically a cold potato salad) Jimmy served up delicious drinks behind the bar and I'm obsessed pisco (Peruvian brandy) Have to order the arroz con marisco (Peruvian paella) Best rice I've ever had! Has that local, family oriented vibe! Definitely check out this spot!

Food, Service, Drinks, Ambiance is 100% fabulous. The margaritas and cuba libre were delicious. On…read moreSaturdays there is a DJ. What a great local spot. I haven't had Peruvian food like this since I worked in the city.

I have lived in Ossining for many years and finally got around to trying Karma Lounge for lunch on…read morea gloomy Monday. My girlfriend and I decided to share the very generous portion of paella. The rice in the paella was absolutely delicious and there was a good assortment of seafood. My only criticism if any was that it was a little bit oily as we worked our way down to the bottom of the dish. We ate plenty each and had plenty to take home. We then decided to try the desserts. I had the bread pudding or Tres Luce (spelling?) and she had the flan. Both were delicious but unfortunately, towards the bottom of each, we discovered that they had just recently been frozen. They hadn't quite thawed out at the bottom! The service was excellent - warm and inviting. I wish I could've given an extra star, but between the frozen deserts decide and the oily paella I couldn't.

Karma is a good staple in Ossining where there aren't too many nice sit down restaurants. It's…read morealmost always near empty (not sure why) so you'll never have to wait which is a plus. Their skirt steak and lomo saltado are amazing, shrimp burrito very tasty, and you absolutely must end with the churros. My biggest complaint is service is slow which is strange because I've never seen it busy and it can get frustrating waiting around for someone. And though the decor and space is really nice, the lack of people doesn't make for a fun and/or lively atmosphere which I find really important for any restaurant experience.

Inka Terra is always a great spot for Peruvian food and somewhere I enjoy coming back to. I ordered…read morethe shrimp with garlic, which was good and flavorful, but there was a bit too much oil in the dish. The oil ended up being a little overpowering and took away from the flavor of the shrimp. I also got the Lomo Saltado, which is a classic and something I order almost every time I come here. It never disappoints -- the portion is great and the flavors are always on point. Overall, the food is still very good and the menu has a lot of great options. I'll definitely continue coming back.

A hidden gem for Peruvian comfort food done right…read more We've dined inside, outside, and ordered takeout, and the consistency is what keeps us coming back. The food always tastes fresh, well-seasoned, and thoughtfully prepared. The rotisserie chicken is juicy with crisp skin, paired perfectly with classic sides like rice, beans, and vegetables that don't feel like afterthoughts. The takeout special is an easy win -- generous portions, great value, and ideal for sharing. Add the yuca fries (extra, but worth it) for that crispy-outside, fluffy-inside bite. Service is friendly and efficient, beer is cold, and the space works whether you're sitting down or grabbing food to go. It's an excellent stop after a hike or an easy neighborhood go-to if you're craving something comforting and flavorful. Highly recommend.

I can't really recommend these guys anymore, at least for delivery. They consistently forgot…read morethings with my order. The previous time it was the salsa criolla, last night it was the green sauce. It's like if you don't ask for something in writing, they're going to forget it even if it's on the menu or something they've included previously. A previous time my wife wanted to get vegetarian tallarin, and they refused to do it for her despite here getting it for years. Not sure what is going on here, however they're not the only Peruvian options available. Will be trying some other places before attempting this again.

I've been here many times through the years, and although the service has been questionable many of…read morethose times, THIS TIME it was actually good! My young friend wanted to take me to her new "favorite taco place". I was shocked when we ended up at Mancora, which is (supposedly) Peruvian. But what do I know? When in Rome do as the Romans, right? So at her urging I ordered Carnitas Tacos (roasted pork yummies), and she ordered Pollo Tacos (chicken, hold the tomatoes!) We also got a bowl of guac which was surprisingly inexpensive and delicious. The tacos come in two's, so note to self, TWO IS ENOUGH! I ordered 4, and sent the extras home with her. I'm not sure how these would do as take-out, whether they'd get soggy or not. If you can go off-peak, you might be better off dining in. We did go in the middle of a Saturday afternoon, and were the only ones in the restaurant for a while. So eyes wide open on this place. Try it, you might get lucky.

I previously would've rated this place a 4-5 but lately we have had some disappointing visits and I…read morewas surprised I hadn't left a review previously. The good- their lomo Saltado and chaufa are spot on and delicious. Their pollo ala brasa is my kids favorite and we regularly order it on Wednesdays when they do their special. Everyone is very friendly but all don't speak English great (luckily my husband is Spanish so we always manage). We have been longtime customers- back to when they were under a different name (flavor point) and across the other side of Meriden. The cons- prices have gone up and portions seem much smaller. My lomo last time barely had any steak. The last time we went for 2 adults and 2 kids (one who only ate a side of rice) it was well over $100 before tip- no apps just meals and 2 drinks. There is no kids menu and nothing they can do to accommodate so you are buying your 2-5 year old a $20 meal they will eat a few bites of . Their pollo ala brasa is not always available- which I get but weekends I feel like it should be and we have gone twice now and had it be unavailable. my son will literally not eat anything else on the menu (as noted no kids options either). He had to sit there and not eat while we ate and get him food from across the way afterwards. One time we got the ceviche and I know the lime juice cooks the fish (believe me I eat ceviche regularly as well as sushi) and this fish was raw. I mentioned it to the waitress and she said it was fine. I couldn't eat it. But still had to pay for the dish which is high priced for the small serving. Cute atmosphere but small so can fill up quickly. Careful in bathroom , had gone a few times and almost fell from slick floor. It was clean but slick- maybe what they're using to clean it.

I am all in on Lima 32 Peruvian restaurant. Back in January, I noticed the Lima 32 sign in the old…read moreTacos mi Nachos space in Meriden. Something about the sign aesthetic made me think it would be a good place. I Yelp-Searched it, and Lima 32 damn near had a perfect rating based on less than 50 reviews. I'm a Food Blogger. So I try to explore new places and avoid repeating spots I know. I've eaten at Lima 32 three times since January. Lima 32 is a small casual Peruvian spot located in a very small plaza in Meriden. Parking is tough, but they've done a nice job with the aesthetics inside. Lima 32 is also available on DoorDash within a certain area. I've now had the Lomo Saltado, the Arroz Con Marisco and the Chaufa de Pollo. Best Lomo Saltado I've ever had, and I've had a really expensive one at a famous CT spot. It's basically a beef and veggie stir fry. You can see the chef making it with fire in the pan if you have the right seat. The soy and oyster sauce based glaze is good salty. So flavorful and everything is perfectly cooked. Best Arroz Con Marisco I've ever had. It's a saucy Peruvian paella. The sauce (Aji Amarillo) has a well rounded creamy pepper flavor. The seafood, like crab, mussels and shrimp really stand out. I suspect the seafood varies depending on what's available. The Chaufa de Pollo, a Chinese fried rice style dish, was very good too. Huge pieces of chicken. Eat it with the delicious Aji Verde sauce. Is Lima 32 hidden? I don't know. But it sure the hell is a gem. It's must visit. 5 Stars

9/22/25 We've driven…read moreby many times and kept saying we had to try, and finally made it in. 1st thing you see upon entering is the sign telling you to "Start with ceviche" Don't mind if I do Tasty little shot of soup? Cerviche Duo - Basa cerviche and Chicharron de Pescado, both are delicious Maracuya was a medium sized carafe Chicken Skewers were delicious Causa with Octopus was very good Seafood Aeropuerto Chaufa is delicious! I'll be back for more. We had no idea these plates were so big, we ordered for a whole family lol. I honestly thought the ceviche would be a small cup hehehe

This upscale Peruvian restaurant is very easy to find in the heart of Garfield. The ambience was…read morevery Latin centric with upscale field and Instagram worthy decor. The salsa music in the background gave it a nice touch as we enjoy a great appetizers and plentiful meals with phenomenal flavor. Highly suggested to try any of their wide range of plates, including the soups, ceviche, and fish dishes, and classic lomo and steak plates. The salad, including the mango and avocado salad was a hit, especially with the red onion. The only downside is we came on a Tuesday afternoon and the kitchen was understaffed so the food came out a little bit slow. However, everything was hot and still tasted amazing so we really didn't mind waiting for a little bit while catching up. The space is a small restaurant in a shopping plaza and will not easily accommodate parties larger than six. Definitely worth a try if you're in the area and are looking for an upscale twist to classic Peruvian cuisine.

From the moment we walked in, the service was top-tier. The staff was welcoming, attentive without…read morebeing overbearing, and made sure our table had everything we needed the entire time. You can tell they genuinely care about the experience, not just getting you in and out. Now the food... absolutely incredible. The quesadillas were perfectly crisp on the outside with a generous, flavorful filling inside. Every bite had that ideal balance of melted cheese and seasoned goodness. Easily some of the best I've had. The chicken Marsala was next level. The sauce was rich and savory with that smooth mushroom flavor, and the chicken was tender and cooked perfectly. It tasted fresh, homemade, and comforting -- like a dish you'd crave again the next day. And the drinks? Amazing. Well-balanced, strong but smooth, and beautifully presented. Whether you're going for something refreshing or something bold, they clearly know what they're doing behind the bar. Between the phenomenal food and outstanding service, this spot absolutely delivers. Definitely coming back -- and bringing friends with me next time. Highly recommend!

Hi, just ate here with my family…read more We had a lovely experience until the end when the bill came. There were happy hour cocktails listed on a menu that sat on every table. It being happy hour, my dad ordered two cocktails listed there. When the bill came we were charged full price for these. The catch on this menu: it is for "bar and lounge only." We were apparently in the restaurant, not the lounge. Why would they put the happy hour menu on the table where it's not available to be served, we asked ? We asked our server, who told us "I don't know anything about that, that's just what the owner does." She was apologetic only when pushed on it and offered for us to talk to the manager, Jennifer. "Hi, I heard you had something to say about the happy hour menu," Jennifer said as she came over. We explained that we thought it was unfair that these menus would sit on every table in the room where it's not allowed. The difference was $8 for the two cocktails. I asked if she would honor the price and she said she couldn't, because "you guys are the first people to ever say anything." Hopefully we are the last. See the picture of the menu. For $8 and an apology for the confusion she could have saved three customers. Food was really good. But we left with an awful taste in our mouths over this because no one would take the initiative to fix this problem.